1989 Honda Integra vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 325 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
