1959 AC Ace vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 23 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 828 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ace | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
