1958 AC Ace vs. 1957 Alpine A 108
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 344 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1957 Alpine A 108 | |
| Make | AC | Alpine |
| Model | Ace | A 108 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
