2000 Acura Integra vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2012 BMW 320 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 2012 BMW 320. 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 320 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
