1954 AC Aceca vs. 1958 BMW 501
To start off, 1958 BMW 501 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. 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, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1958 BMW 501 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 501 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |