1999 AC Aceca vs. 1997 BMW S3
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW S3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 142 kg more than 1997 BMW S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (407 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW S3. (330 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1997 BMW S3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | S3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
