1956 AC Ace vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 54 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 426 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 125 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
