2003 BMW 760 vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP) has 373 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 760 | 1979 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 760 | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2330 mm |