1965 AC Aceca vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 32 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1154 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1997 BMW 850 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 850 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1945 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 |