1959 AC Ace vs. 1993 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1993 Lotus Elan is newer by 34 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, 1993 Lotus Elan (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Elan weights approximately 126 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, 1993 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1993 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Ace | Elan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
