1958 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 650 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
