1999 AC Aceca vs. 1998 BMW Pickster
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1998 BMW Pickster | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | Pickster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |