1957 AC Ace vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 714 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 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Outback |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
