1958 AC Ace vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 32 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 834 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.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
