1958 AC Ace vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 38 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 610 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
