1959 AC Ace vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 48 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Ace | Exige |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| 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 | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| 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 |
