2006 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 34 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1169 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
