1961 AC Aceca vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 596 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | Z4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |