2000 AC Aceca vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca 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 198 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 318 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |