2000 AC Aceca vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
