2004 BMW 630 vs. 1974 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 630 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 2004 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2004 BMW 630 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1974 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 630 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
