1958 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo weights approximately 632 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | |
| Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Aceca | Trofeo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
