1956 AC Aceca vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 56 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 611 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, 2012 BMW 120 (190 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 120 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |