1959 AC Ace vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 43 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 721 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
