1957 AC Ace vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 396 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 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | 25 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
