1953 AC Ace vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 46 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | Z9 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3110 mm |
