1956 AC Ace vs. 1994 BMW 735
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 38 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 926 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1994 BMW 735 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 735 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2940 mm |
