1957 AC Ace vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 48 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 786 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Ace | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
