2005 AC Aceca vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 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 111 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 236 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 1999 BMW 730 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 730 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |