1957 AC Ace vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 56 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 748 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
