1956 AC Ace vs. 1993 BMW 316
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 37 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1993 BMW 316 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 316 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
