1958 AC Ace vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 49 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | AC | Panoz |
Model | Ace | Esperante |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |