1958 AC Ace vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1976 Volvo 240 is newer by 18 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 240 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Ace | 240 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |