1957 AC Ace vs. 1982 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 25 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 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 796 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1982 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | Seville |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4079 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
