1959 AC Ace vs. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 508 kg more than 1959 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |