1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 57 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | M3 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |