1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 47 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 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 320 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
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 | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |