2003 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL, 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 530 | EL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2619 mm |
