2004 AC Aceca vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1988 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 525 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1605 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 | 70 L |