1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 2007 BMW 118 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 2-Litre | 118 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |