1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1952 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1952 AC 2-Litre | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | 525 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.1 mm |
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 | 1320 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |