1961 AC Ace vs. 1987 BMW M6
To start off, 1987 BMW M6 is newer by 26 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 692 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, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 1987 BMW M6 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | M6 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |