1964 AC Aceca vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1964 AC Aceca.
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, 2005 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Aceca | 2005 BMW 318 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 318 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |