1993 Honda Integra vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Integra.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Integra | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Integra | 530 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |