1959 AC Ace vs. 1972 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger is newer by 13 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 511 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1972 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
