1999 AC Aceca vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 10 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 107 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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 (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 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. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
