1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002.
Because 1968 BMW 2002 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 1968 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 2002 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
