1957 AC Ace vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 703 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 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | AC | Plymouth |
Model | Ace | GTX |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |