1958 AC Ace vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 12 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 492 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ace | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
