1961 AC Ace vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 547 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |