1959 AC Ace vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 48 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saturn Sky (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | Ace | Sky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
