1959 AC Ace vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 204 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Ace | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |