1957 AC Ace vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1960 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1957 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, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ace | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3800 mm |
