1999 Acura Integra vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW M5 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 2010 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | M5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
