2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |