1959 AC Ace vs. 1966 AC Cobra
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 253 kg more than 1959 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1966 AC Cobra | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Ace | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
