1997 Acura Integra vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 16 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 525 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.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra. 1997 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Acura Integra | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Integra | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |