1986 AC Ace vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 27 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 403 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Ace | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2475 mm |
