2001 Acura Integra vs. 1995 BMW 318
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 318 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 1995 BMW 318. 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, 1995 BMW 318 (200 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1995 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 318 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| 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 | 195 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
