1959 AC Ace vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 591 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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Ace | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
