1957 AC Ace vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 14 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 605 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ace | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 81 L |
