1957 AC Ace vs. 1974 AMC Matador
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 17 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 898 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1974 AMC Matador | |
| Make | AC | AMC |
| Model | Ace | Matador |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 92 L |
