2003 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 312 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RL. 2010 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 330 | RL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
