2001 AC Aceca vs. 1991 BMW 525
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1991 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 525 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |