1993 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 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 24 more horse power than 1993 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 BMW M3. 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 1993 BMW M3. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | M3 | TL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
