1959 AC Ace vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 1966 Porsche 912 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Porsche 912 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 912 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
