1958 AC Ace vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 36 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 235 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Ace | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
