1957 AC Ace vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 336 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |