1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 47 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 815 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2005 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | Catera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
