1957 AC Ace vs. 1962 Austin Princess
To start off, 1962 Austin Princess is newer by 5 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1962 Austin Princess | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Ace | Princess |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |