1957 AC Ace vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 450 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 Peugeot 406 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ace | 406 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
