2004 AC Aceca vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 8 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 102 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 AC Aceca.
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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 730 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
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 | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |