1961 AC Ace vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 47 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, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 662 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 525 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
