2007 Acura TL vs. 2007 BMW 323
To start off, both 2007 Acura TL and 2007 BMW 323 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 BMW 323 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 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, 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 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 323 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 | 2007 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
