1958 AC Aceca vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 48 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 525 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |