2001 Acura RL vs. 2001 BMW Z18
To start off, both 2001 Acura RL 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 118 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z18 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z18 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Acura RL. 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 RL. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2001 BMW Z18 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | Z18 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
