1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 55 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 335 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
