1957 AC Ace vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1964 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 606 kg more than 1957 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, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
