2008 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 927 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 7 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 7 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 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 4395 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |