1961 AC Ace vs. 1979 BMW 628
To start off, 1979 BMW 628 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 657 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 1979 BMW 628 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 628 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |