2005 AC Aceca vs. 1995 BMW 840
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 1995 BMW 840 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 840 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |