1958 AC Ace vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1992 Lotus Elan is newer by 34 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, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lotus Elan weights approximately 130 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, 1992 Lotus Elan (204 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1992 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Ace | Elan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
