2002 Acura TL vs. 2002 BMW 332
To start off, both 2002 Acura TL and 2002 BMW 332 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2002 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 332 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 2002 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2002 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 332 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
