2001 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX, 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 745 (390 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 745 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
