2009 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
