1956 AC Ace vs. 1994 BMW 750
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1176 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 750 (488 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1994 BMW 750 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 750 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2070 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 |
