1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 56 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 254 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 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 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | 320 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |