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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 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 140 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 540 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |