1957 AC Ace vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 52 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1016 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | Ace | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |