1956 AC Ace vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 50 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 612 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 330 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
