1957 AC Ace vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 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 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1224 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ace | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
