1957 AC Ace vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 42 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 476 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | NSX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
