1959 AC Ace vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 956 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 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Ace | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
