1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Ace | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
