1996 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 717 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 BMW 525 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 1996 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
