1958 AC Ace vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 500 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 993 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
