2000 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 BMW 330 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 2012 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 330 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |