1961 AC Ace vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Ace | Discovery |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |