1994 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M5 | Civic |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |