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The BMW 328i Overview
BMW's 3 Series isn't merely the best-selling member of the compact-luxury class, it's the best-selling luxury car in the world. The reason is simple: The 3 Series defines its class like no other vehicle. In fact one could argue that the entire compact sport-luxury class owes its existence to BMW's 3 Series.

And a quick look at the current examples illustrates why. The current range of 328i and 335i Sedans and Sports Wagons, both rear-drive and xDrive all-wheel-drive, seamlessly balance performance, efficiency, handling, luxury and practicality in an uncanny blend, often leaving their competition lacking in most, if not all, of those categories. These BMWs succeed in both expected and unexpected ways, often setting standards at both ends of the design spectrum.

The Acura TL Overview

Acura introduced an all-new TL in '08. Designated a 2009 model, the new TL includes an all-new chassis, all-aluminum V-6 (either 280-hp 3.5-liter or 305-hp 3.7-liter). The base engine drives the front wheels only, but the larger engine brings with it the latest version of Acura's torque-apportioning SH-AWD all-wheel-drive. The front-drive TL offers only a single transmission, a 5-speed automatic, but Acura claims the AWD model will offer a 6-speed manual in 2010.

Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive shifts torque front to rear, or side-to-side. Unlike BMW's Dynamic Performance Control (currently available in the X6), Acura's lateral torque-apportioning works with drive torque only, so the system has no effect during coast.
 

What BMW offers…

• BMW's 328i includes a longer list of standard equipment, including Adaptive xenon headlights and LED turn signals, sport suspension, rear center armrest, moonroof, and split-folding rear seats.
• The 328i Coupe provides a choice of 6-speed manual or auto, with either rear-drive or xDrive all-wheel-drive.
• BMW's Twin Power Turbo 3.0-liter inline-6 holds an advantage in every performance category, with 300 horsepower and a 300 lb-ft of torque and a torque spread that reaches from 1200-5000 rpm. BMW's inline-6 is also inherently smoother than Mercedes 3.5-liter V-6.
• The 328i posts far better 0-60 mph times: 5.3/5.5 seconds (man/auto) for the 328i or 5.2/5.3 for the xDrive.
• In every configuration, the 328i weighs less than the E350 – by as much as 210 lbs in the case of the rear-drive 328i with 6-speed manual.
• BMW also includes larger brakes to counter the 328i's higher performance: 13.7-inch front / 13.2-inch rear.
• BMW includes a 4-year/50,000-mile Full Maintenance Warranty

What Acura doesn’t…

• Acura's new styling looks blocky and heavy-handed, and likely won't age well.
• The front-drive TL comes only with a 5-speed automatic, and a 6-speed AWD model is a year away.
• The Acura's weight distribution is a disappointing 61/39 for the front-drive TL, 59/41 for the AWD model.
• The front-drive TL's horsepower advantage is severely undercut by its 3699-lb curb weight.
• Compare the TL's City/Highway fuel economy figures: 18/26 front-drive, 17/25 AWD
• Acura offers only a modest Technology Package and optional wheel/tire package, no stand-alone options.
• Acura's DVD-based navigation includes RTTI, but none of the other BMW features and no CD-ripping capability.
• 4 year/50,000-mile warranty, but no maintenance
• 5 year/unlimited-mile corrosion warranty

"A 328i possesses handling and driving dynamics that rival, if not best, many sports cars',

but ... the 328i also offers the refinement generally reserved for expensive luxury cars."- Car and Driver

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