1957 AC Ace vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 49 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1546 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Ace | Discovery |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |