1990 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 525 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 1990 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |