1961 AC Ace vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 31 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 977 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 1992 BMW 850 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 850 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |