2003 AC Aceca vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 540 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1650 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
