1998 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1998 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |