1958 AC Ace vs. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 18 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, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 270 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, 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey (176 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1976 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Ace | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
