2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 BMW 760
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 BMW 760 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2008 BMW 760 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 2008 BMW 760. 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 BMW 760 | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TL | 760 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 440 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3000 mm |