1996 BMW 840 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (279 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | BMW | Acura |
Model | 840 | TL |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |