2008 Acura TSX vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 576 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TSX | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
