1957 AC Ace vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 31 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 526 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ace | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 102 L |
