1961 AC Ace vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 527 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
