1959 AC Ace vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 557 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 506 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |