1961 AC Ace vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 48 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | Ace | 550 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4799 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |