1957 AC Aceca vs. 1991 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1991 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 646 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1991 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |
