1953 AC Ace vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 53 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 918 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 525 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |