2003 AC Aceca vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 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 111 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 235 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730. 2000 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2003 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2000 BMW 730 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 730 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |