2004 AC Aceca vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 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 106 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 BMW M3. 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1996 BMW M3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | M3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
