1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 679 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Forester |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
