1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 54 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1360 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | X5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
