2005 AC Aceca vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 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 120 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 85 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 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 | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |