1958 AC Ace vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 443 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 Saab 9000 (278 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Ace | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
