2000 Acura Integra vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 325. 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
