2009 BMW 128 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 128 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 BMW 128 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 2009 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
