1958 AC Ace vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 49 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), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 764 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 525 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |