2000 AC Aceca vs. 1993 BMW 840

To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2000 AC Aceca 1993 BMW 840
Make AC BMW
Model Aceca 840
Year Released 2000 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3504 cc 3982 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 63 L


 

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