1956 AC Ace vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 642 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ace | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
