1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1953 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | Z9 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3110 mm |