2001 Acura TL vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 2007 BMW 335. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 335 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |