1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 41 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 376 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1080 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 931 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 1098 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1970 kg |
