1956 AC Aceca vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 44 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 466 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
