1986 BMW 735 vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 325 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 1986 BMW 735 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 1986 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 BMW 735 2007 Honda Civic
Make BMW Honda
Model 735 Civic
Year Released 1986 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3430 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 87.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 238 km/hour 207 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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