1957 AC Ace vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1968 Saab 99 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab 99 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Ace | 99 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
