1958 AC Ace vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 39 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), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 730 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Supra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
