1963 AC Aceca vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 48 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 1046 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 730 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |