1957 AC Ace vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 34 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 826 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ace | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
