1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 651 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
