1958 AC Ace vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 316 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Ace | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
