2001 BMW 520 vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1993 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 520 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 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda 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 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 520 | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 520 | Integra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
