1959 AC Ace vs. 1994 Acura NSX
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 35 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 476 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1994 Acura NSX | |
Make | AC | Acura |
Model | Ace | NSX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |