2002 AC Aceca vs. 1997 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1997 BMW 318 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 318 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |