1958 AC Aceca vs. 1990 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1990 TVR Griffith is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR Griffith (327 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 TVR Griffith weights approximately 146 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 TVR Griffith (481 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 1990 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1990 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Aceca | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
