2009 BMW 125 vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 125 | Integra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
