1957 AC Ace vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 50 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 594 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ace | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
