1990 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 790 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |