1957 AC Ace vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 806 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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Ace | S80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2835 mm |
