2003 Acura RSX vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Acura RSX. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 824 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2003 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2003 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Acura RSX | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RSX | 650 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |