1954 AC Aceca vs. 1984 BMW M6
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 30 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (286 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 616 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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1984 BMW M6 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | M6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1506 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
