1957 AC Ace vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 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 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR 390 weights approximately 213 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 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Ace | 390 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
