1965 AC Aceca vs. 2005 BMW 760

To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 40 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 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 1369 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1965 AC Aceca 2005 BMW 760
Make AC BMW
Model Aceca 760
Year Released 1965 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2552 cc 6129 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 438 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 602 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 791 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 88 L


 

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