1958 AC Ace vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 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 Porsche 911 (520 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 520 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |