1958 AC Ace vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 720 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ace | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
