1986 AC Ace vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 455 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |