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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 78 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 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 | 4600 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |