2002 AC Aceca vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 AC Aceca. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2005 BMW M3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 337 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |