1953 AC Ace vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 58 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 733 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, 2011 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 118 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |