1958 AC Ace vs. 2002 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2002 Eagle Talon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Eagle Talon weights approximately 526 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 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2002 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | AC | Eagle |
| Model | Ace | Talon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
