1957 AC Ace vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 23 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 456 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | AC | Bitter |
| Model | Ace | SC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
