2007 Acura TL vs. 1997 BMW Z3
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 57 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1997 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
