1959 AC Ace vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 50 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1226 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | AC | Infiniti |
| Model | Ace | G37 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
