1963 AC Aceca vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 45 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 761 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, 2008 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2008 BMW M3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |