1979 BMW 725 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
Because 1979 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 1979 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 725 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 725 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1668 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
