2009 BMW 650 vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1976 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 650 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |