2006 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 650 (488 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 650 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 193 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1445 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |