1964 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 520 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
