1957 AC Ace vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 921 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 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Ace | LS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |
