1959 AC Ace vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 22 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 456 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | AC | Bitter |
| Model | Ace | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
