2000 AC Aceca vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 13 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 479 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
