1999 AC Aceca vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca 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 68 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 425 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 2005 BMW 730 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 730 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |