2002 BMW 760 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 977 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 760 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 2002 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 760 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1177 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
