1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1995 BMW Z3 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 Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
