2001 Acura Integra vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 945 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Acura Integra (176 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm). This means 2001 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 700 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 31 L |
