1958 AC Ace vs. 1971 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 13 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 461 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1971 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Dart |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
