1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1950 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1950 AC 2-Litre | 1987 BMW 750 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | 750 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 120 L |