1958 AC Ace vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1963 Opel Rekord is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Ace | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
