1975 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1940 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | X6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2934 mm |
