1986 AC Ace vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 383 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 1997 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | AC | Venturi |
| Model | Ace | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
