1959 AC Ace vs. 2001 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 42 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 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ace | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
