1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 1159 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 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 750 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 750 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |