1995 Acura Integra vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 735 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 1996 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 735 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
