1953 AC Ace vs. 2008 BMW 735
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 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 3,600 cc, 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 1173 kg more 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, 2008 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 2008 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2008 BMW 735 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 735 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
