1958 AC Ace vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 9 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 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Ace | Commodore |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |