1958 AC Ace vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1096 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Ace | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
