2006 BMW 530 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
