1958 AC Ace vs. 1950 Bristol 450
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 450 would be higher. Both 1958 AC Ace and 1950 Bristol 450 are equipped with a 1,971 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 164 kg more than 1950 Bristol 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1950 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | AC | Bristol |
| Model | Ace | 450 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
