2006 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 325 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 2006 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2006 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
