2008 Acura TL vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 332 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
