1959 AC Ace vs. 1999 BMW 540
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 40 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 877 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1999 BMW 540 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 540 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
