1958 AC Ace vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 46 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 616 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, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | AC | Infiniti |
| Model | Ace | I |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
