2009 BMW 335 vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1989 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
