1978 BMW 725 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1978 BMW 725 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 1978 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 725 | Civic |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |