1989 BMW 750 vs. 1989 Honda Integra

To start off, both 1989 BMW 750 and 1989 Honda Integra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 BMW 750 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 1989 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 BMW 750 1989 Honda Integra
Make BMW Honda
Model 750 Integra
Year Released 1989 1989
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2560 mm


 

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