1958 AC Ace vs. 2002 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2002 Dodge Intrepid 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 678 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 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2002 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
