1996 Acura Integra vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 BMW 3 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 1971 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1971 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
