1961 AC Ace vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 692 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
