1962 AC Aceca vs. 1992 BMW 520

To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 30 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 697 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 (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.

Compare all specifications:

1962 AC Aceca 1992 BMW 520
Make AC BMW
Model Aceca 520
Year Released 1962 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2553 cc 1990 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 791 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1400 mm


 

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