1956 AC Ace vs. 1975 BMW 320
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1975 BMW 320 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 320 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
