1961 AC Ace vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 757 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | M3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
