1965 AC Aceca vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 44 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 529 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 135 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |