2001 AC Aceca vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 7 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 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 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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, both vehicles can yield 407 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2008 BMW 535 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 535 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
