1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 1164 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 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 M5 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |