2001 AC Aceca vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 BMW M3. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2006 BMW M3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |