1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 50 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (245 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Altima |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
