1957 AC Aceca vs. 1976 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1976 BMW 3.3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 3.3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
