1957 AC Ace vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 40 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 McLaren F1 weights approximately 276 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | AC | McLaren |
| Model | Ace | F1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
