2007 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
