1959 AC Ace vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 803 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Ace | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |