1954 AC Aceca vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 44 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, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 470 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1998 BMW 318 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 318 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |