1958 AC Ace vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 714 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Ace | Commodore |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |