1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 204 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
Because 1986 BMW Z1 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 Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z1 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
