1959 AC Ace vs. 2008 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 49 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 741 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2008 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Ace | SRX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
