1958 AC Ace vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is newer by 42 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (800 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 675 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 weights approximately 176 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 | |
Make | AC | TVR |
Model | Ace | Cerbera Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1070 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |