1957 AC Ace vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | 600 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
