1958 AC Ace vs. 2003 Acura TL
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 45 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 684 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2003 Acura TL | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Ace | TL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
