1953 AC Ace vs. 1995 BMW 317
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 42 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 317 (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 317 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 593 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1995 BMW 317 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 317 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
