1961 AC Ace vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 46 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, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 522 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, 2007 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2007 BMW 120 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 120 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
