1959 AC Ace vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1969 Opel GT is newer by 10 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 59 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Ace | GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |