2006 BMW 530 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 20 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), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 850 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 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 255 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
