1986 AC Ace vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1986 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1986 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 330 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
