1959 AC Ace vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 36 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Ace | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 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 | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |