2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 BMW 760
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 760. 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2008 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TL | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
