1957 AC Ace vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Ace weights approximately 174 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |
