1999 Acura EL vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL, 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura EL | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | EL | 116 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2660 mm |
