2006 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
