1975 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 1975 BMW 520 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 1975 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 520 | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |