1986 AC Ace vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 930 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1986 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 930. 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | 930 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
