2009 BMW 545 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 545 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 545 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
