1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 55 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1026 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | Panamera |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |