1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 53 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 345 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | AC | Tesla |
| Model | Ace | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2352 mm |
