2008 Acura RL vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL 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 34 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | RL | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |