2001 Acura Integra vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, both 2001 Acura Integra and 2001 BMW Z8 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Z8 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 2001 BMW Z8. 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 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura Integra | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | Integra | Z8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |