1958 AC Ace vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 672 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | BLS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
