1963 AC Aceca vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 926 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 735 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |