2006 Acura RSX vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 2007 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RSX | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
