2005 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
