1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 BMW 745

To start off, 2009 BMW 745 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 1194 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1962 AC Aceca 2009 BMW 745
Make AC BMW
Model Aceca 745
Year Released 1962 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2553 cc 4396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 791 kg 1985 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 88 L


 

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