1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 120 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2008 BMW 120 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 120 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
