1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 51 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1064 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1958 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1958 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |
