2005 AC Aceca vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 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 134 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 160 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 520 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |