1992 BMW 332 vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 @ 7400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 1987 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 332 | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |