1958 AC Ace vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 33 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | AC | Italdesign |
Model | Ace | Nazca |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |