1961 AC Aceca vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 325 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |