1953 AC Ace vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 55 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 756 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 328 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| 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 | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
