1998 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 120 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |