1981 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
