1963 BMW 502 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 BMW 502.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 502 | Civic |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |