2004 Honda Civic vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 550 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 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 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 700 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
