1995 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |