1957 AC Aceca vs. 1951 BMW 340
To start off, 1957 AC Aceca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 BMW 340 would be higher. Both 1957 AC Aceca and 1951 BMW 340 are equipped with a 1,971 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1951 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 BMW 340 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1951 BMW 340 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 340 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
