2003 Acura EL vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | EL | 328 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
