1963 AC Aceca vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 47 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 550 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| 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 | 123 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
