1958 AC Ace vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 222 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 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Supra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
