1957 AC Ace vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 47 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1505 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Armada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 106 L |
