1972 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 1257 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 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 640 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2855 mm |
