1958 AC Ace vs. 2004 Acura NSX
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 46 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 556 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2004 Acura NSX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Ace | NSX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
