1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 54 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), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 847 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
