1958 AC Ace vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 331 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |