1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 531 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |