1957 AC Ace vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 822 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
