1953 AC Ace vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 633 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, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 330 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |