1961 AC Ace vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 573 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1961 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
