1959 AC Ace vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 40 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 381 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ace | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
