1995 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 72 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL. 2011 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | M5 | TL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
