1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 48 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 182 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | SSR |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |
