1962 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
Make | AC | Brilliance |
Model | Aceca | BS4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |