1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 47 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 204 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | AC | TVR |
Model | Ace | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |