1959 AC Ace vs. 1996 BMW 725
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 37 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 891 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1996 BMW 725 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 725 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2940 mm |