1962 AC Aceca vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 49 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1546 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.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | X5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |