2008 BMW 528 vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
