2002 Acura CL vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | CL | 116 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
