1958 AC Ace vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 40 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 380 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | AC | Panoz |
| Model | Ace | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
