1956 AC Ace vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 44 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1076 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | X5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
