1957 AC Ace vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 28 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 277 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Ace | Excel |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1171 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |