2000 AC Aceca vs. 1988 BMW M3
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1988 BMW M3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |