1957 AC Ace vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 44 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 356 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | AC | Pagani |
| Model | Ace | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
