2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Convertible | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |