1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 43 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 774 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.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1958 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1958 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2001 Honda Legend | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Legend |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
