2003 Acura CL vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | CL | 740 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |