1958 AC Ace vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 406 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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Ace | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
