2004 BMW M6 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 693 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2001 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
