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AC Ace 2.6 Zephyr

General information

ModelAC Ace 2.6 Zephyr
Year1961
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating52 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2553 ccm (155.78 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2553 ccm (155.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power101.40 PS (75 kW or 100 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque180.00 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.8:1
Bore x stroke82.6 x 79.5 mm (3.3 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed
Bore x stroke82.7 x 79.5 mm (3.3 x 3.1 inches)

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1247 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3450 litres (911 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight813 kg (1,792.4 pounds)
Overall length3860 mm (152.0 inches)
Overall width1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)
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