2007 BMW M vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M weights approximately 236 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
