1959 AC Ace vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 46 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Ace | Exige |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
