1999 AC Ace vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Ace | Defender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
