1956 AC Ace vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 51 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 335 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
