1962 AC Aceca vs. 1992 BMW 740
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 899 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1992 BMW 740 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 740 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |