1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 694 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1958 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1958 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 530 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
