1990 BMW 518 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 BMW 518 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 1990 BMW 518. 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 518 | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |