1987 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 BMW 320. (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 582 kg more than 1987 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 320 | TL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
