1991 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 BMW 318.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 318. 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, 1991 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
