2001 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Alpina B5
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 8 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca. 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2001 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2001 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2009 Alpina B5 | |
Make | AC | Alpina |
Model | Aceca | B5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 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 |