1959 AC Ace vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 281 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 Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 Guara | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ace | Guara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
