2007 BMW 120 vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura RL weights approximately 319 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL, 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 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1998 Acura RL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 120 | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
