2008 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2011 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 745 | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
