1958 AC Ace vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 19 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1221 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ace | Toronado |
Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 91 L |