2002 AC Aceca vs. 1988 BMW 524
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1988 BMW 524 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 524 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |