1959 AC Ace vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 25 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1046 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Ace | Deauville |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |