1959 AC Ace vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 41 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
