1959 AC Ace vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1141 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 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 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 740 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 740 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2035 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 |