1957 AC Ace vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 863 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | CTS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
