1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 43 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 481 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | M |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
