1998 Acura Integra vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 395 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 2008 BMW 630 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 2008 BMW 630. 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 2008 BMW 630 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Integra | 630 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |