1986 AC Ace vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
