1957 AC Ace vs. 1998 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 41 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 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 163 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1998 Dodge Copperhead | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Copperhead |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
