1989 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
