2002 AC Aceca vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 10 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, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 128 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |