1959 AC Ace vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 501 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, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 330 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |