2008 BMW 330 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |