1958 AC Ace vs. 1978 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1000 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1978 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | Seville |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |
