2008 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 745 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 2008 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 745 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |