1999 AC Ace vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 11 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. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 210 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | AC | Tesla |
| Model | Ace | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2352 mm |
