1964 AC Aceca vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 44 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1964 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Aceca | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 328 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |