1958 AC Ace vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 1105 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | M6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
