1999 AC Aceca vs. 1992 BMW 525
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1992 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 525 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |