1991 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525.
Because 1991 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
