1997 Acura Integra vs. 1997 BMW S3
To start off, both 1997 Acura Integra and 1997 BMW S3 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra.
Because 1997 BMW S3 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 1997 BMW S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1997 BMW S3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | S3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
