2008 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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 TSX, 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 530 | TSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
