1956 AC Aceca vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 316 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
