1994 BMW 854 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 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) has 185 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 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) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 854 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
