2002 AC Aceca vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 9 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 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 94 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 530 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |