1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1788 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 Escalade (515 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 Escalade | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
