1987 BMW 324 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 32 kg more than 1987 BMW 324.
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, 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 2013 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 324 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 324 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 12.7 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
