1962 AC Aceca vs. 1966 BMW 2000
To start off, 1966 BMW 2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 2000 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1966 BMW 2000 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 2000 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |