1956 AC Aceca-Bristol vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol would be higher. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. 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, 1972 BMW 3 (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca-Bristol | 1972 BMW 3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca-Bristol | 3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |