1992 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1992 BMW 318 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 1992 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 318 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |