1999 AC Ace vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Ace weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | AC | Ginetta |
| Model | Ace | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
