1957 AC Ace vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 92 L |