1986 AC Ace vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 26 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 373 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 2012 Ascari A10. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | AC | Ascari |
| Model | Ace | A10 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2636 mm |
