2007 Acura TL vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2012 BMW 528 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 2012 BMW 528. 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 528 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |