1957 AC Ace vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 12 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 461 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Dart |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
