1957 AC Ace vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 648 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Viper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
