1994 BMW 854 vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 854 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 1994 BMW 854. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 1976 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 854 | Civic |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |