2005 AC Aceca vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 AC Aceca.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Aceca. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2005 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2005 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 550 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |