1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 571 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
