2009 Acura TL vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 Acura TL 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2009 Acura TL 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 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2007 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 650 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 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 | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
