1958 AC Ace vs. 1987 Dodge 600
To start off, 1987 Dodge 600 is newer by 29 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge 600 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1987 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | 600 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
