1958 AC Ace vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1970 Porsche 914 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 914 weights approximately 35 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 914 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
