1990 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 325 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
