1957 AC Ace vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 46 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 708 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
