2007 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Honda Civic

To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M6 2012 Honda Civic
Make BMW Honda
Model M6 Civic
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 500 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1177 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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