1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 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 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 2800 | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |