1959 AC Ace vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 52 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 937 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SSC Aero weights approximately 399 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | AC | SSC |
| Model | Ace | Aero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
