2011 Acura CSX vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura CSX.
Because 2012 BMW 330 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 2012 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura CSX, 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura CSX. 2011 Acura CSX has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura CSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Acura CSX | 2012 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | CSX | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1752 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
