1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 53 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), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 520 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
