2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 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 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
