1999 AC Ace vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
Make | AC | Jensen |
Model | Ace | 541 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |