1958 AC Ace vs. 1975 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1975 Alpine A 310 is newer by 17 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 69 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1975 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | AC | Alpine |
| Model | Ace | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
