2000 Acura Integra vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 BMW 3 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 1971 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1971 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
