1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 50 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Ace | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
