1959 AC Ace vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 530 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Legend |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
