1980 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 BMW M5 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 1980 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
