1957 AC Ace vs. 1992 BMW M3
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 35 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 571 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1992 BMW M3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | M3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
