2009 Acura RL vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 2007 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | RL | 650 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
