1957 AC Ace vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 691 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 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | AC | Xedos |
| Model | Ace | 9 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
