1958 AC Ace vs. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 27 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1206 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Ace | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 97 L |