1958 AC Ace vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 679 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1958 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1958 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | AC | SsangYong |
Model | Ace | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |