1958 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 51 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
