2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 312 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Acura RL | |
Make | BMW | Acura |
Model | 330 | RL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |