2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2007 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2007 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 650 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
