1958 AC Aceca vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 36 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (224 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 626 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Aceca | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
