1954 AC Aceca vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca.
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, 1971 BMW 2002 (197 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
