1978 BMW M1 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 BMW M1 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 M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M1 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 50 L |
