2009 Acura TSX vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 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 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1996 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TSX | 840 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
