1987 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 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 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 125 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
