1999 AC Aceca vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Aceca | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
