1958 AC Ace vs. 2000 Chrysler LHS
To start off, 2000 Chrysler LHS is newer by 42 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 735 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, 2000 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2000 Chrysler LHS | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ace | LHS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
