1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 970 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Ace | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
