2009 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
