1957 AC Ace vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 22 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 845 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ace | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
