1999 BMW V12 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW V12 would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | V12 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1160 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
