1977 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 535 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |