2003 Acura TL vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL.
Because 2012 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 530 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |