1959 AC Ace vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 396 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 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | AC | Venturi |
Model | Ace | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |