2002 Acura RSX vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 730 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 2011 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RSX | 730 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
