2001 Acura TL vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, both 2001 Acura TL and 2001 BMW 730 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 730 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 2001 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL, 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, 2001 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 730 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2925 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |