1959 AC Ace vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 49 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Ace | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
