1957 AC Ace vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 51 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 856 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Durango |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 102 L |
