1998 BMW 323 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1998 BMW 323 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 1998 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
