1995 BMW M5 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M5 | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |