1958 AC Ace vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 55 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 336 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | AC | Scion |
| Model | Ace | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
