1962 AC Aceca vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 46 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 27 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 604 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 318 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |