1999 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |