1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 56 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), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 691 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 128 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
