1997 Acura Integra vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
