1959 AC Ace vs. 1988 Renault 11
To start off, 1988 Renault 11 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 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 72 more horse power than 1988 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 69 kg more than 1988 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 11. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1988 Renault 11 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | 11 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
