1983 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 BMW 525.
Because 1983 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 1983 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
