2001 Acura Integra vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Integra | 330 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
