2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX. 2012 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 328 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
