2007 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 2007 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
