1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 836 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
