1995 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 840 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 1995 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 840 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 840 | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 193 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1445 mm |