1959 AC Aceca vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1959 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 530 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |