1999 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | BMW | Acura |
Model | 740 | TL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2775 mm |