1958 AC Ace vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 751 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |