1957 AC Ace vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1960 Jensen 541 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1957 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Ace | 541 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
