1958 AC Aceca vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 50 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 596 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 320 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |