1959 AC Ace vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 456 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |