1959 AC Ace vs. 2006 BMW 760
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 47 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1331 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2006 BMW 760 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 760 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |
