2001 Acura CL vs. 2001 BMW Z18
To start off, both 2001 Acura CL and 2001 BMW Z18 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z18 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z18 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z18 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Z18 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z18 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, 2001 BMW Z18 (340 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2001 BMW Z18 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | CL | Z18 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
