1958 AC Ace vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 416 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
