1999 AC Aceca vs. 1973 BMW 3
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1973 BMW 3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |