1957 AC Ace vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 30 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 16 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1987 Holden Drover | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Ace | Drover |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |