1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 51 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1953 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, 2004 BMW 525 (237 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 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 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | 525 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |