2008 BMW 650 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL. 2013 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 650 | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
