1956 AC Ace vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 1386 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 760 (745 Nm) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 760 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 760 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 760 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
