2000 AC Aceca vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 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 172 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 140 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 525 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |