1960 AC Aceca vs. 1999 BMW 750

To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1960 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1960 AC Aceca 1999 BMW 750
Make AC BMW
Model Aceca 750
Year Released 1960 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1969 cc 5370 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 490 Nm
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 2058 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 3080 mm


 

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