2008 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 530 | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
