1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 54 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 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 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | Z4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |