1960 AC Aceca vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 44 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 486 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 318 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |