1957 AC Ace vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 41 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 831 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Legend |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
