2002 Acura TL vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 336 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 2009 BMW 750 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 2009 BMW 750. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 750 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
