1958 AC Ace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
