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BMW 850Ci vs Honda Civic del Sol

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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1997 BMW 850Ci

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1997 Honda Civic del Sol

Overview

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiHonda Civic del SolS
Selected trim850CiS
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year19971997

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiHonda Civic del SolS
MSRP$0$0
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiHonda Civic del SolS
Combined MPG15 MPG31 MPG (best)
City MPG12 MPG28 MPG (best)
Highway MPG19 MPG35 MPG (best)
Fuel tank23.8 gal (best)11.9 gal

Performance

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiHonda Civic del SolS
Horsepower322 hp (best)106 hp
Torque361 lb-ft (best)103 lb-ft
Engine size5.4 L (best)1.6 L
CylindersV12I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiHonda Civic del SolS
Doors22
Cargo volume9.5 cu ft10.5 cu ft (best)
Curb weight4,288 lbs2,302 lbs (best)
Wheelbase105.7 in (best)93.3 in
Length188.2 in (best)157.7 in
Width73 in (best)66.7 in
Height52.8 in (best)49.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiHonda Civic del SolS
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 850CiHonda Civic del Sol
1

850Ci

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Si

$0 MSRP

3

VTEC

$0 MSRP

BMW 850Ci vs Honda Civic del Sol FAQ

Which is better: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 1997 Honda Civic del Sol?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 850Ci vs 1997 Honda Civic del Sol on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 1997 Honda Civic del Sol?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 850Ci starts lower at $0.
Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 1997 Honda Civic del Sol?
The 1997 Honda Civic del Sol leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 1997 Honda Civic del Sol?
The 1997 BMW 850Ci leads on horsepower in this comparison (322).