2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1815 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |