2000 Acura Integra vs. 1996 BMW 740
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 740 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 1996 BMW 740. 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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1996 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 740 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
