1957 AC Ace vs. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 51 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 941 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 386 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, 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 893 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | AC | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Ace | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
