2002 AC Aceca vs. 1980 BMW M1
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 94 kg more than 1980 BMW M1. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1980 BMW M1 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | M1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |