2004 BMW 630 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 142 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 630 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
