2004 AC Aceca vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca 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 174 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |