1961 AC Ace vs. 2001 BMW Compact
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 40 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 767 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2001 BMW Compact | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | Compact |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
