1958 AC Ace vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1961 Holden FB Special is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
