2002 Acura TL vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2002 Acura TL and 2002 BMW Z3 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 Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 169 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
Because 2002 BMW Z3 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 Z3. 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 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
