1958 AC Ace vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1021 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ace | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
