1981 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1981 BMW 525 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 1981 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 525 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11:01 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
