2004 AC Aceca vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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 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 144 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
