1999 AC Ace vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1999 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | Ace | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
