1957 AC Ace vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima is newer by 43 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 646 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (292 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
