1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 41 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura EL weights approximately 183 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 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Ace | EL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2619 mm |
