1959 AC Ace vs. 1993 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 34 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 836 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1993 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
