1962 AC Aceca vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 20 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 325 weights approximately 349 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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 325 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
