1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 BMW 528
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 56 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Because 2009 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 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 | 2009 BMW 528 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | 528 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |