1959 AC Ace vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 44 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), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 486 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| 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 | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
