1957 AC Ace vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 1988 Toyota Century is newer by 31 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 906 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, 1988 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Century |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
