1992 BMW 540 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 540 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 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 540 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1305 kg |
| 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 | 65 L | 50 L |
