2004 AC Aceca vs. 2000 BMW 330
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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 BMW 330. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2000 BMW 330 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |