1958 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1022 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX, 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | SRX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |
