2001 Acura RL vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Acura RL.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, 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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | 530 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |