1972 Honda Civic vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 320 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |