1957 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 55 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1643 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 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Aceca | Ram |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 129 L |
