1953 AC Ace vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 325 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. 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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 325 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
