1958 AC Ace vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 654 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |