1958 AC Ace vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1995 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 37 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 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 106 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | AC | Italdesign |
Model | Ace | Nazca |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |