2012 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2012 BMW M3 and 2012 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 276 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW M3 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 2012 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW M3 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
