2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2012 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 330 | RL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
