1962 AC Aceca vs. 1996 BMW 520
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 34 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 602 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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1996 BMW 520 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 520 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |