1958 AC Ace vs. 1995 BMW S3
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1995 BMW S3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | S3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
