1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 AMC Pacer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 AMC Pacer would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 AMC Pacer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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 X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Pacer | X1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
