2007 Acura TL vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 328 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 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
