2008 BMW 130 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 130 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 130 | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
