1956 AC Aceca vs. 2002 BMW 520
To start off, 2002 BMW 520 is newer by 46 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 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 520 weights approximately 776 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, 2002 BMW 520 (210 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2002 BMW 520 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 520 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |