1959 AC Ace vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1096 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, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | AC | Hyundai |
Model | Ace | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |