2011 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2012 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 750 | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | BMW | Acura |
Model | 750 | TL |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |