1975 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra.
Because 1975 BMW 316 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 1975 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra, 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, 1992 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1992 Honda Integra | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 316 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
