1959 AC Aceca vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Aceca | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
