2009 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | M3 | EL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
