1959 AC Ace vs. 1978 BMW 730
To start off, 1978 BMW 730 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1959 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1978 BMW 730 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 730 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |