2003 AC Aceca vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2012 BMW M5 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1455 mm |