1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 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 530 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 530 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
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 | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |