1958 AC Ace vs. 2002 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 44 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 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 910 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 577 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 89 L |
