1998 Acura Integra vs. 1995 BMW 840
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 840 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 1995 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 1995 BMW 840 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Integra | 840 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |