1958 AC Ace vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1959 Alvis TD is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 535 kg more than 1958 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | AC | Alvis |
| Model | Ace | TD |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
