2005 BMW 630 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 864 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 630 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 630 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
