1997 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TL. (370 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 850 | TL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
