2007 Acura TL vs. 1998 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 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 | 1998 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
