2008 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
