1959 AC Ace vs. 1984 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Seville is newer by 25 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 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 776 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1984 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Ace | Seville |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4080 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |