1958 AC Ace vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 455 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, 1997 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
