1958 AC Ace vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 45 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 690 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | AC | Beijing |
| Model | Ace | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
