2002 Acura EL vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL, 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | EL | 528 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2888 mm |
