1996 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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 M3 (350 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
