2001 Acura TL vs. 2004 BMW 730
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 BMW 730 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 730 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |