1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1406 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | AC | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Ace | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 94 L |