1958 AC Aceca vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1958 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1997 BMW M3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |