1957 AC Ace vs. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 691 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 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
