1957 AC Ace vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Megane weights approximately 326 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 Renault Megane (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Megane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
