2008 Acura RL vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 93 L |