1958 AC Ace vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 450 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 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Ace | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
