1987 BMW 324 vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 1987 BMW 324 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 1987 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 324 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
