1957 AC Ace vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1983 Volvo 760 is newer by 26 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 431 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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Ace | 760 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
