1986 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 125 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 2011 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 125 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |