2004 AC Aceca vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1971 BMW 3 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Aceca | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |