2004 AC Aceca vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1994 BMW M5 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |