2006 BMW 645 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 731 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 645 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 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 2006 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2000 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 645 | EL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2619 mm |
