1956 AC Aceca vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 53 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 636 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |