1962 AC Aceca vs. 1974 BMW 3
To start off, 1974 BMW 3 is newer by 12 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1974 BMW 3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |