1957 AC Ace vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 45 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 616 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
