2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2006 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | M6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
