1958 AC Ace vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1580 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | AC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Ace | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 108 L |
