1958 AC Ace vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 35 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 510 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 968 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 92 L |
