1958 AC Ace vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 399 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | Boxster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |