1991 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1991 BMW 325 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 1991 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1991 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
