1995 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 195 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
