1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 51 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 335 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
