2004 AC Aceca vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 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 20 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 323 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
