1992 BMW 332 vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP) has 277 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 762 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 332 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
