1959 AC Ace vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1959 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports 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 59 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 608 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | AC | Berkeley |
| Model | Ace | Sports |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 15 L |
