1957 AC Ace vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 593 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Superb (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Ace | Superb |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
