1999 AC Ace vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 AC Ace. (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (505 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Ace. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |