2007 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 327 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL. 2012 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 335 | RL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
