1959 AC Ace vs. 1949 Citroen 11
To start off, 1959 AC Ace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 11 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1949 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | 11 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3280 mm |
