1965 AC Aceca vs. 1991 Alpina B
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1965 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1991 Alpina B | |
Make | AC | Alpina |
Model | Aceca | B |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |