2001 AC Aceca vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1972 BMW Touring | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | Touring |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |