1957 AC Ace vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 52 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Ace | C8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |