2001 Acura TL vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 8 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 2009 BMW 650. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 650 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 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 | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |