1959 AC Ace vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 52 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 631 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 120 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |