1995 Acura Integra vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 12 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 205 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 2007 BMW 130 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 2007 BMW 130. 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 2007 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 130 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
