1958 AC Ace vs. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 44 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), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 700 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
