1961 AC Ace vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 532 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |