2009 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
