1956 AC Aceca vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 42 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1956 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 330 (390 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 330 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |