1964 AC Aceca vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 49 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 731 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.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Aceca | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |