1958 AC Ace vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1959 Nissan 211 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | 211 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
